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Eagle Watching

One of the (many) great things about living in the Quad Cities is the Mississippi River – its beauty, its recreational opportunities and its wildlife. January and February are prime time for eagle watching. A lot of Americans have never or only rarely seen a bald eagle in it’s natural habitat, yet for Quad Citians they’re a common sight in the winter. Attracted to the open water of the river near the dams, hundreds of these magnificent birds congregate along the river during the coldest months.

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A great place to go eagle watching is on S. Concord Street in Davenport. Because the wastewater treatment plant is in this area, there is always open water. It’s amazing how many eagles you can see feeding in the area, especially when the river is frozen over in most other places. It’s well worth the drive.

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